Davenport Imari Appraisal

Davenport 'Imari' Pattern Dinner Plate

This is a ceramic dinner plate, likely made of earthenware or ironstone, featuring a vibrant polychrome 'Imari' style decoration. The plate has a scalloped or rococo-edged rim with a delicate blue-patterned border. The central design depicts a classic 'Japan' or 'Imari' pattern, characterized by a stylized tree with flowering branches in shades of orange, pink, purple, and yellow, alongside leafy elements in green and blue. A prominent bird with colorful plumage, including shades of blue, green, and orange, is depicted in flight or perched amongst the branches. Another, smaller bird, possibly a hummingbird or finch, is also visible. The colors are rich and distinct, applied over an underglaze blue transfer print, a common technique for this style and era. The overall ground color of the plate is a creamy white. While specific dimensions are not provided, it appears to be a standard dinner plate size, approximately 10 inches in diameter. The visible condition suggests some age, with potential for minor crazing or utensil marks, though these are not clearly discernible in the image. The hand holding the plate indicates its approximate size relative to a human hand. The craftsmanship appears to be of good quality, typical of English pottery manufacturers of the 19th century who produced 'oriental' inspired patterns. The term 'Davenport' associated with the image context suggests the manufacturer.